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Most impressive! Very realistic and completely functional. I'm even more impressed that you took the time to present and completely explain every detail. I do have one question, though. On the steering of the second set of front wheels, the (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Jennifer, Excellent model...when do you start work at LEGO designing their kits!!! I also want to know how I can get a hold of one of those remote control kits? ===== Steven B. Combs, M.S.,C.I.T. Associate Professor / Instructional Technologist Ivy (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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I just watched the videos and the DAT files: really impressive! The chassis is just packed with gears. I really like the way you positionned the motors in the chassis. I need to lean to slow down when building my models. I get about half-way done, (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Thanks Olivier, stickers were something I had avoided in the past but I am now a firm convert to their use, at least for permanent models, and I have no intention of breaking this one down! I thought the hook lift army truck on your web site (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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MARRY ME! ..... altho, I need to figure out what to do with my current wife. Tom Heverly (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Hi all, Just wanted to let you know that I've updated the TechPup site to include Hammerhead, a mono-engine, COF-shifting walking biped. I've also included the dat file plus printed instructions. Unfortunately, Vision Command will NOT work on my (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.cad)
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Andrew Eade please contact me at arcanamachi@netNOSPAMzero.net about Amazon/Jungle and Jet/Judge Throwbot/Slizer sets. I found 200+ at a dollar store near where I live and wanted to know if you still need any. P.S. Imp going for them all anyway so (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.ny.bin, lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.people, lugnet.technic, lugnet.technic.slizer, lugnet.year.1999)
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"Jennifer Clark" <jen@vulture.dmem.strath.ac.uk> wrote in message news:3AF012F6.253E6F...h.ac.uk... (...) we're not worthy, we're not worthy Technic at its finest regards lawrence (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Hello Jennifer, Well, you did it again!! This model is simply amazing. I was very impressed. As usual, the functionality is very impressive. As you mentioned, the use of stickers adds a very realistic touch. Okay, now I'm going back to your page to (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Hello again folks, I have finally completed the web page for my latest Technic creation, a radio controlled Technic figure scale 8x4 truck with a hook lift system which allows the tipping and loading/unloading of skips (dumpsters). As well as the (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.build, lugnet.loc.uk, lugnet.modelteam) !!
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(...) Agreed... Large pumps suck at being motorized. But has anyone ever tried mounting one to a piston-like assembly? Maybe something that pushes and pulls it much like a human hand would. I have been wondering for a while if this would be better (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) during the old times (before my dark ages) 2L axles don't have the notches that you describe, but they naturally gain some irregular notches while trying to put it from a technic connector/toggle connector piece. Actually I remember I was (...) (24 years ago, 3-Aug-00, to lugnet.technic)
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heheh I like it! it is justified! I'm gonna go buy some right now! Thanks for the good reasoning. =) Tom Heverly (...) (24 years ago, 2-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) You have failed to point out that moving involves a lot of heavy lifting. This can be reduced significantly by placing heavy objects on air-cushioned platforms. Air-cushioned platforms require air pumps. Purchase justified. Matthias Jetleb (...) (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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"Steven Lane" <Steveroblane@aol.com> wrote in message news:GCMJw0.ErM@lugnet.com... (...) Downloading from Napster? Thou naughty boy! Duq (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) It's not the same notch, their different. The one on the motor is rounded while the one on the 2L axle is set at a right angle. Steve (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Its been my experience that the notches are used to "click" them into place. Example: slowly put one into a full gray (or red) bush, you can "feel" it "click" or "lock" into place. It does the same thing with axle connectors too. Hope this helps. -- (...) (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Nope. Ever try running a rubber band in it though? James (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) So now we just have to find out why the <part:6216m 4.5V motor> (as in <set:5101>) has the same notch on it's output shaft. (to pull the motor out? :) - David (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Boy are those little notches handy, too! I remember noticing the notches very soon after I left my dark ages. Most of my 2 long axles from before my dark ages have tooth marks from being removed from some other Technic piece. And I REALLY dislike (...) (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Yea, it does seem to work well manually, I was just trying to get some of that mechnized action out of it. It's all about the tinkerin'. =) I saw the pumps on the Dacta site, but I'm afraid the finance committee (wife) has put a spending (...) (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) LOL yup...if you have a fast and powerful hand you can create a ton of pressure within seconds with this... BTW I recently acquired a pack of two small pumps for $10US from the Dacta site...so this might be a solution if you're looking for the (...) (24 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Hey, console yourself! It's not as useless as you think. In fact, the large pump worked by hand is the most efficient of all. Only thing you gotta supply the energy :-) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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This is correct. The older 2L axles did not have notches, and were a pain to get loose! Build On! John Matthews Steven Lane <Steveroblane@aol.com> wrote in message news:GCMIo8.B50@lugnet.com... (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I have to diasagree the part that lets you join connectors or axles at right angles has opened new dimensions for me in compact suspension design. (...) I've used that analogy myself several times :-). Steve The part in question is the 6536 (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) You've got a dirty mind, I haven't. No the reason for my musing was that I was downloading from Napster and happened to have a 2L axle and a Lego airtank that I was messing with. Steve (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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Now, now! This is not proper use for your Lego bricks ;-) Somehow I sense an interesting personal story behind this... Thanks, Olivier (URL) Lane <Steveroblane@aol.com> wrote in message news:GCMIo8.B50@lugnet.com... (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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On Mon, 30 Apr 2001, Jennifer Clark (<3AED4F3D.37EA4C7D@...e.dmem.str ath.ac.uk>) wrote at 11:40:45 (...) Ahh, but traditionally, the old ways are the best ways ;-) From a psychological point of view, it's probably easier to imagine that a uniform (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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I've just thought of an explanation why some 2L axles have a notches a quater of the way along. I reckon it's so you can grip the end with a nail and pull the axle out of a socket hole, It's never occured to me before. Steve (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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That's really cool! It's time someone lightened up on the Bionicle thing and did something positive! A+ for creativity! JB (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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So, like an idiot, I leave the keys to my 8448 SuperCar on my desk, and my two new Fire Promo Sets from Bionicle hijack this high performance vehicle... (URL) looks like they had to pull the stock seats out to accomodate their back gear and their (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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Yea, I kinda figured the big punp wasn't too good for the compresor pump. I did see that on your page, but I figured I'd try it anyhow. Part of my problem (and I'm kinda ashamed to say it) is that is actually the only pump I own, large or small. (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) This is good stuff Tobbe, I am looking forward to spending more time exploring the site as it is immense! I really enjoyed your reviews of the sets, you definitely have a flair for "telling it like it is" in that department :-) I'll have a (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I have wondered about this occasionally, as admittedly I have yet to find any use for these parts in my own creations, but I most often end up thinking it is due to my mindset being locked in the "old ways" rather than the parts being (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Hi Arnold, thanks for pointing that out. I got my hand on a few boxes today. The first images have just been uploaded, though a complete review and software description should follow later... (URL) Christian --- xTIAN. ---...--- Lugnet Member (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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Where did you get a "4 pump motor pack "? -- Kenneth A. Drumm Ph.D. "Dean Husby" <nntp@akasa.bc.ca> wrote in message news:3AECE1EF.C6460E...a.bc.ca... <snip> (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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Just s note, Nui-Jaga - 8548 apears to have Turqoise versions of Onua's mask. I love the new format! (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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(...) Agree'd, I'd destroyed mine when I snipped off the spring only to have it not work well at all. I have a great 4 pump motor pack now. PSI! Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) I guess I'd better own up to prevent more people wasting their time and effort trying to remove the spring from the large hand pump. I think we have all been badly misled by the picture of the Recycler on the bottom of the RIS 1.0 box which (...) (24 years ago, 30-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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I've seen a website somewhere... A guy has done some real good testing (with help of RCX) regarding the performance of several pneum. pumps. Simple conclusion: the small one from Lego is the best, just use that one and leave the large ones with (...) (24 years ago, 29-Apr-01, to lugnet.technic)
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